Hundreds of pupils at Atsiapa Memorial Methodist Basic School in Elmina continued to study under difficult conditions as the school battled with inadequate classroom furniture, limited computers and poor lighting infrastructure.
According to the Headteacher of the school, Peter Woode the school currently has an enrolment of about 600 pupils but only 180 dual desks, a situation that has compelled many learners to study under congested conditions.
The headteacher disclosed this during a ceremony at which ASA Savings and Loans LTD donated 20 dual desks, two tables and two teachers' chairs to the school.
Describing the donation as timely, the headteacher said the school has struggled over the years to meet the growing needs of its increasing pupil population.
"With an enrolment of about 600 pupils and only 180 dual desks, some of our pupils have to share desks beyond their capacity. This affects their comfort and concentration during lessons," the Headteacher said.
In addition to the shortage of furniture, the Headteacher identified the lack of functional computers as a significant concern for the school. Currently, there qere only 10 computers available, of which only five were operational.
"We do have 10 computers with o ly five working to facilitate practical teaching and learning. As the world becomes increasingly digital, our pupils are at a disadvantage compared to their peers in better-resourced schools," the Headteacher added.
Sustainability Manager of ASA Savings and Loans LTD, Richard Nartey said the company was committed to supporting education and community development initiatives.
He explained that the donation formed part of the company's corporate social responsibility program and was intended to improve teaching and learning conditions for pupils and teachers.
"We believe that education is one of the most powerful tools for transforming lives and communities. It was our hope that this donation would contributed to creating a more conducive learning environment for the pupils of Atsiapa Memorial Methodist Basic School," he said.
The Schools Improvement Support Officer (SISO) for Elmina Circuit, William Manford Okai commended the company for the gesture and described the intervention as a significant contribution to improving educational outcomes at the school.
